Stand-up paddlers, sailors, windsurfers and kite-surfers like us know that what we wear has to satisfy two seemingly conflicting needs: keeping us cool if we're working really hard, and keeping us warm by drying quickly.

Faced with that sea-based challenge we scoured the world and discovered the answer in a fabric laboratory in Switzerland: NanoSphere ®, a high-performance technology that repels water, whilst retaining fabric breathability.

So pull on The Kanaha and hit the water; you'll discover that, while it may have been difficult to create, it simply works. Really well.

What's the difference between most water shirts and the Bluesmiths shirts? Most surf shirts absorb water. The Lane and Kanaha repel water and, when they do wet out, they dry incredibly fast.

What is the most common feedback from riders? Many riders tell us that they're impressed with how the shirts keep them warm when they need to (wind chill is reduced), yet they breathe incredibly well, making them more comfortable when they`re working hard.

Do they work for other sports? Absolutely. They're great for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, cycling or working out.

What's NanoSphere? NanoSphere is the best and most durable Durable Water Repellency (DWR) we have found to date. Its also a BlueSign® approved application.

“Schoeller NanoSphere hydrophobic coating also means this shirt repels dirt, dust, and rain. What could possibly be more useful than that for multi-day desert or early season Pacific Northwest riding?” The Gear Caster - "Mountain Bike Essentials"

Ocean athletes know that what we wear has to satisfy two seemingly conflicting needs: keeping us cool if we're working really hard, and keeping us warm by drying quickly.

Faced with that sea-based challenge we scoured the world and discovered the answer in a fabric laboratory in Switzerland: NanoSphere ®, a high-performance technology that repels water, whilst retaining fabric breathability.

So pull on The Lane and hit the water; you'll discover that, while it may have been difficult to create, it simply works. Really well.

How does The Women's Lane Fit?The Women's Lane fits true to size but ever so slightly closer to the body than the Women's Kanaha Long Sleeved shirt. If you own a Kanaha and it is a close fitting garment for you, we encourage you to order one size up.

Note: The following NEW colors are fitting 3/4 inch longer in the body than the classic (original) colors. The new colors are Hibiscus Pink (Black), Black (White Rock) and Blue Atoll (Rich Navy).

What's the difference between most water shirts and the Bluesmiths shirts? Most surf shirts absorb water. The Lane and Kanaha repel water and, when they do wet out, they dry incredibly fast.

What is the most common feedback from riders? Many riders tell us that they're impressed with how the shirts keep them warm when they need to (wind chill is reduced), yet they breathe incredibly well, making them more comfortable when they're working hard.

Do they work for other sports? Absolutely. They're great for sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing, cycling or working out.

What's NanoSphere? NanoSphere is the best and most durable Durable Water Repellency (DWR) we have found to date. It's also a BlueSign® approved application.

Performance Towels

This is the best performance towel we have ever used. It's a super soft, double knit microfiber towel designed for maximum absorption, which means it works perfectly as a beach, fitness or general purpose towel.

In fact, it's designed specifically with hot yoga in mind. When spread over the mat, it provides a dry and slip-resistant surface for high intensity yoga sessions.

It's brought to you by in collaboration with Manduka, the eco-conscious yoga brand based out of California. They call it A Towel For Life. We couldn't agree more. One towel, all occasions.

In addition to the standard version (72 x 26.5 inches), we offer it in a small hand towel version (16 x 26.5 inches). The small towel is perfect for gym sessions, as well as for minimalist travelers.